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  • A. Standing start
  • B. Crouch start
  • C. Start
  • D. None of these

Explanation: Sprinters begin from a crouched position using starting blocks, which allows them to drive forward rapidly at the gun.

Correct answer: Crouch start
  • A. 6
  • B. 4
  • C. 3
  • D. 2

Explanation: When more than eight athletes compete in a field event, each normally receives three preliminary trials, after which the leading eight…

Correct answer: 3
  • A. 6m
  • B. 5m
  • C. 4m
  • D. None of these

Explanation: The discus cage must have netting at least 4 metres high at its lowest point to help contain the implement and protect nearby people.

Correct answer: 4m
  • A. 4m
  • B. 4.5m
  • C. 8m
  • D. None of these

Explanation: The javelin runway is 4 m wide, marked by two parallel lines. The 8 m option is much wider than the standard runway.

Correct answer: 4m
  • A. 5m
  • B. 6m
  • C. 7m
  • D. None of these

Explanation: The protective cage for discus or hammer throwing is generally U-shaped, with an opening of 6 m at the front.

Correct answer: 6m
  • A. 10m
  • B. 13m
  • C. 14m
  • D. 21m

Explanation: In men's triple jump, the take-off line must be at least 13 m from the nearer edge of the landing area.

Correct answer: 13m
  • A. 1.10m
  • B. 1.25m
  • C. 1.24m
  • D. 1.22m

Explanation: The long-jump take-off board is 1.22 m long, matching the standard width of an athletics runway.

Correct answer: 1.22m
  • A. 60cm
  • B. 50cm
  • C. 1m
  • D. None of these

Explanation: The front end of the pole-vault box is 60 cm wide, while the box narrows toward the stop board.

Correct answer: 60cm
  • A. 45m
  • B. 35m
  • C. 30m
  • D. 40m

Explanation: A pole-vault runway must be at least 40 m long; a 45 m runway may be provided where facilities allow. Thus 40 m is the minimum standard.

Correct answer: 40m
  • A. Both A&B
  • B. Yes
  • C. No
  • D. All of these

Explanation: Competitors must wear the assigned bib or identification numbers so officials and spectators can identify them.

Correct answer: No
  • A. 3kg
  • B. 2kg
  • C. 2.25kg
  • D. Only A

Explanation: The high-jump crossbar may weigh no more than 2 kg, so option B gives the regulation maximum.

Correct answer: 2kg
  • A. 4.00m
  • B. 4.02m
  • C. 4.05
  • D. None of these

Explanation: A standard high-jump crossbar has an overall length of 4.00 m, with a small permitted tolerance around that measurement.

Correct answer: 4.00m
  • A. Referee
  • B. Technical manager
  • C. Chief judge
  • D. Both A&C

Explanation: The chief judge announces the starting height and the subsequent heights to which the bar is raised.

Correct answer: Chief judge
  • A. 1.25m
  • B. 1.10m
  • C. 1.30m
  • D. 1.20m

Explanation: The maximum permitted width of a standard hurdle is 1.20 m. The other listed widths either fall below the standard maximum or exceed it.

Correct answer: 1.20m
  • A. Left hand side
  • B. Right hand side
  • C. East and west site
  • D. None of these

Explanation: Races on an oval track are run counter-clockwise, keeping the inside of the track on the runner's left.

Correct answer: Left hand side
  • A. Event Manager
  • B. Technical Manager
  • C. Helical Delegate
  • D. Deeping control Delegate

Explanation: The technical manager verifies before competition that the track, runways, circles and equipment comply with the rules.

Correct answer: Technical Manager
  • A. 7 cm
  • B. 5 cm
  • C. 6 cm
  • D. 4 cm

Explanation: Standard track lines are 5 cm wide, except where particular event rules specify otherwise.

Correct answer: 5 cm
  • A. 100 meter
  • B. 110 meter
  • C. 200 meter
  • D. Relay races

Explanation: The 100 m is the shortest individual running race on the Olympic athletics programme.

Correct answer: 100 meter
  • A. 5000 m
  • B. Marathon Race
  • C. 30000 m
  • D. 10000 m

Explanation: The marathon is the longest standard Olympic athletics race, covering 42.195 kilometres.

Correct answer: Marathon Race
  • A. 4 cm
  • B. 7 cm
  • C. 5 cm
  • D. 6 cm

Explanation: The standard athletics track kerb is generally 5 cm high. This low raised edge separates the track from the inner field without creating a…

Correct answer: 5 cm